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Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Principal CNC Machinist/Programmer (2nd shift)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU), California, Missouri, United States, 65018


Requisition ID: R10163776

Category:

Manufacturing and Production

Location:

Commerce, California, United States of America

Clearance Type:

None

Telecommute:

No- Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required:

No

Positions Available:

2

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

Mission Enabled Products (MEP), a wholly owned Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Payload and Ground Systems Division Business Venture, is currently seeking an experienced Principal CNC Machinist/Programmer to support Propulsion in Commerce, CA.

Overview

Reporting to Machining Manager, the CNC Machinist/Programmer will be responsible for the execution and support of all machining activities related to the production of products, including machining of ceramic materials containing lead oxides, and handling all fragile components required during the build process.

PLEASE NOTE:

This position will be a second shift position after 60-day training on first shift. Hours for this will be 3:30-2am.

Responsibilities:

Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as GN grinder, IWT wire saw, and Haas machining centers to make ceramic parts to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Programs CNC equipment by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.

Conducts machine set-ups installing and adjusting chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers, indicating vises.

Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications.

Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces, adhering to international standards.

Uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

Determines material, parts, and equipment required.

Sets up and operates any type of precision machine tool to make original parts, tools, mechanisms, and devices.

Solves problems relative to work-holding arrangement, unusual materials, machine settings, and tools.

Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

Documents actions by completing production work instructions.

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

Reviews drawings and develops sketches if needed.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

5+ years of CNC Machining and Programming experience

Ability to read and interpret drawings and blueprints.

Use of basic hand tools

Strong attention to detail and good verbal/written communication skills

Proficient Microsoft Office skills

U.S. Citizenship is a requirement for employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree in a mechanical or machining related curriculum or 7 years machining and programming experience

Ability to lay out own work.

Expert in ASME Y14.5-2009, Dimensioning and Tolerancing specification.

Proven and demonstrated experience in machining of ceramic materials, e.g., alumina, silicon carbide.

Proficiency with Mastercam, Surf CAM or equivalent CNC software.

Veri cut a plus.

Set up and operates a variety of machine tools.

4 years’ additional education and/or CNC machine experience

Work with little supervision.

Excel and Word a must.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50lbs.

Ability to stand, sit, walk, and bend for long periods of time.

Salary Range:

$57,800 - $96,300

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company-paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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